Senior Accounting Specialist
Creative Financial Staffing
Portage, IN · Posted November 10, 2026
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About the job
Senior Accounting Specialist
Location: Portage, IN | Salary: $60,000 to $80,000 annually
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Specialist to support general ledger reconciliations, year-end closing activities, and accounts receivable operations within a manufacturing environment. This position will play a key role in preparing financial accounts for year-end while providing backup support for customer billing, cash applications, and account reconciliations.
The ideal candidate has a strong accounting background, can work independently, and is comfortable stepping into a fast-paced environment with minimal ramp-up time.
Key Responsibilities
Perform general ledger and balance sheet account reconciliations to support month-end and year-end close.
Research and resolve accounting discrepancies, journal entries, and outstanding transactions.
Assist with monthly customer billing, including fixed-fee and variable invoicing across multiple manufacturing locations.
Process daily cash applications, reconcile customer payments, and research unapplied cash.
Support accounts receivable activities, including customer account reconciliations and collections follow-up.
Review billing documentation, pricing, and supporting Excel reports to ensure accuracy.
Assist with customer-specific billing requirements, including EDI uploads and payment portals.
Collaborate with finance leadership to improve accounting processes and prepare accurate financial records.
Qualifications
Strong experience in general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close.
Previous accounts receivable, billing, or cash application experience preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; pivot table experience is a plus.
Experience working with ERP systems; JD Edwards experience is a plus.
Manufacturing or service-industry accounting experience preferred.
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and quickly adapt to existing accounting processes.
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